1968 Ferrari 365 GT vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ferrari 365 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ferrari 365 GT would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1968 Ferrari 365 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (320 HP) has 246 more horse power than 1981 Ford Granada. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Granada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ferrari 365 GT weights approximately 229 kg more than 1981 Ford Granada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ferrari 365 GT (363 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Granada. (119 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ferrari 365 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Granada.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ferrari 365 GT | 1981 Ford Granada | |
Make | Ferrari | Ford |
Model | 365 GT | Granada |
Year Released | 1968 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 363 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1464 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2780 mm |